Sakonnet River Bridge Tolls Begin Monday

The 10-cent toll begins Monday on the Sakonnet River Bridge

Sakonnet Bridge Toll Protest Planned for Sunday

Protesters will "occupy" the Sakonnet River Bridge bike path in protest of a 10-cent toll this Sunday.

10-Cent Toll Could Result in Bridge Return, Says RITBA

The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority might return ownership of the Sakonnet River Bridge to the state.

Bristol Locals, Poppasquaw Camp Celebrate Transfer of DOD Building to Bristol

Hundreds crowded the field beside the Quinta-Gamelin facility at Colt State Park. The building, now officially under Bristol's ownership, will be renovated into a community center at a cost of $1 million.

Community Update

DOD Donates Quinta-Gamelin Building for Bristol Community Center

The DOD will pass the keys of the Quinta-Gamelin facility to Bristol town officials during an official transfer ceremony on Tuesday at noon.

Bridge Tolls Inspire Civil Disobedience

East Bay residents say they will leave their E-ZPass transponders at home when bridge tolls start in two weeks.

Sakonnet River Bridge Tolls To Start Aug. 19

Get your E-ZPass ready. Tolls begin on Aug. 19.

Are You A Same-Sex Couple Celebrating the Right to Marry in Bristol-Warren?

Are you a gay or lesbian couple celebrating your right to marriage equality in Rhode Island? Share your story on Bristol-Warren Patch!

Same-Sex Marriage Starts Aug. 1 — Will It Change Anything?

Thursday marks the official beginning of same-sex marriage in Rhode Island.

Governor Chafee Celebrates Coggshall Farm Museum's 40th Birthday

Gov. Lincoln Chafee got his hands dirty last week as he pitched in on chores at the Choggshall Farm 40th anniversary celebration.

Bristol Housing Authority Seeks Tenant Applications

The local public housing agency is looking for eligible seniors in the East Bay.

AG To Hold Annual Open Government Summit At RWU

RITBA Stops Bridge Work After Man Falls 70 Feet

Chafee Nixes 'Choose Life' License Plates — What Do You Think?

Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee recently vetoed a bill that would have created a new registration plate.

VP to Visit RI

Vice President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit the state Aug. 22 to honor Nuala Pell, wife of the former senator.

This Year at the General Assembly

Liquor Store Sunday Hours Expanded

The bill aims to help stores near Connecticut border compete with new hours there.

Lawmakers Seek Funds for Bridge Maintenance

A Bristol senator will serve on the committee to replace money lost by the delay on Sakonnnet Rover Bridge tolling.

RI Loses $13.5M Due to Toll Delay, Says RITBA Chairman

David Darlington, chairman of the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority, says the state will lose $13.5 million over nine months as a direct result of the toll delay.

Are New DMV Fees Driving You Crazy?

New surcharges for licenses and registrations went into effect on July 1.

Bristol Buys Prudence Island Ferry Dock for $800K

Last Week in the General Assembly

Fiscal Year 2014 budget signed into law during final week of RI General Assembly session for 2013.

General Assembly Approves 10-Cent Sakonnet Bridge Toll

RI Seatbelt Law Stays; Fine Drops

Drivers cited for the primary offense will be charged $40 instead of the prior $85.

RI Minimum Wage Hike OKd — What Do You Think?

The General Assembly recently passed an increase in the minimum wage, effective Jan. 1, 2014.

State Budget Clears House with Delay in Tolls

The $8.2 billion budget proposal for fiscal 2014 now heads to the state Senate.

Supreme Court Overturns DOMA

By a 5-4 vote, justices on June 26 ruled the Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional.

Sakonnet Toll Collection Could Be Postponed Until April

House Democrats will vote an an article to the state budget sometime in the next week that could defer toll collection pending the results of a six-month study on alternative options to raising infrastructure supporting revenue.

Budget Recommendations Sent Without Bridge Toll Alternatives

The House Finance Committee sent its 2013-14 budget recommendations without alternatives to bridge tolls.

Last Week at the General Assembly. . .

Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week. For more information on any of these items visit http://www.rilin.state.ri.us/News/.

Flood Watch Issued as More Rain Approaches

Another 2.5 inches could fall on the area tonight through Tuesday afternoon.

Last Week at the General Assembly. . .

Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week. For more information on any of these items visit http://www.rilin.state.ri.us/News/.

Lawmakers 'Hopeful' New Bill is Key to Blocking Tolls

A bill introduced on Wednesday night in the House and Senate would create an a dedicated funding source to pay for large bridges statewide.

E-ZPass Transponders Discounted For Limited Time

Beginning on June 25, the state will discount the cost of its E-ZPass transponders from its usual price of $20.95 to just $10. Buy them at Bristol Town Hall or RWU.

Tropical Storm To Bring Downpours Friday

Areas around Bristol and Warren could get three inches or more of rain as Andrea makes its way into Rhode Island Friday.

House Passes Marshall's Bill To Create Business Development Center

The House passed a bill on Tuesday sponsored by Bristol-Warren Rep. Kenneth Marshall that will create a business development center to promote small business growth.

Portsmouth Building Inspector Issues Stop-Work Order Near Toll System

The town of Portsmouth issued a "stop-work" order on the new Sakonnet River Bridge on Friday.

Last Week at the General Assembly. . .

Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week. For more information on any of these items visit http://www.rilin.state.ri.us/News/.

Court Advocates Protest Budget Cuts

Beginning June 3, advocacy services for domestic violence — including those provided by Women's Recource Center of Newport and Bristol Counties — will be closed on Mondays.